Bedford Primary serves 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bedford Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bedford Primary's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bedford Primary is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bedford Primary often compared to?
Bedford Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Otter River Elementary School, New London Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bedford Primary?
289 students attend Bedford Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bedford Primary students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bedford Primary?
Bedford Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bedford Primary offer ?
Bedford Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Bedford Primary part of?
Bedford Primary is part of Bedford County School District.
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